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Three times per week, No BS Job Search Advice Radio delivers job search advice that will help transform job hunting into something far better. Hosted by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter, No BS Job Search Advice Radio is easy-to-implement advice that will help you find work much more easily. It has been called "The OG of job search podcasts" because it has been online continuously since November 2010. For much more, visit JobSearch.Community. You can also schedule coaching with Jeff Altman there or become an Insider

  1. How to Spot and Avoid AI Job Scams Before They Cost You Thousands

    1 day ago

    How to Spot and Avoid AI Job Scams Before They Cost You Thousands

    EP 3193 That high-paying, fully remote job offer sitting in your inbox from Google or Amazon could be an entirely AI-generated scam designed to drain your bank account. Employment fraud has reached record highs, with one in three job seekers encountering sophisticated traps that steal your identity and your cash. This episode lays out a strict, step-by-step verification protocol to stress-test recruiters, expose live deepfakes, and lock down your personal data before you get taken for a ride. 00:00 – The Cold Reality: Record-High Job Fraud and AI Persona Recruiters 01:05 – Step 1: Profile Scrutiny and Spotting Email Typosquatting 02:20 – Step 2: The Interview Vetting Protocol and Equipment Check Scam 02:58 – Step 3: Stress-Testing Live Video to Break AI Face Masks 04:01 – Step 4: Data Defense Strategies and Secure Onboarding Checklists 05:19 – Resources: Accessing Career Coaching and Protecting Your Network ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coaching and career advice globally because he makes job search and succeeding in your career easier.  Schedule a discovery call to speak with me about one-on-one or group coaching during your job search at ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us.  You will also find great info and job search coaching to help with your job search at ⁠⁠JobSearch.Community⁠⁠ You can get free copies of 25 Interview Questions and Answers, How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch in 20 Seconds or Less, Get Ready for the Job Jungle, Diagnosing Your Job Search Problems, No BS Resume Advice, and Prove Your Worth First, Then Negotiate. Receive free weekly suggestions and more. Subscribe to No BS Job Search Advice Radio, the #1 podcast in Apple Podcasts for job search with more than 3100 episodes. Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/T⁠⁠heBigGameHunter⁠  We grant permission for this post and others to be used on your website as long as a backlink is included to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ and notice is provided that it is provided by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter as an author or creator. Not acknowledging his work or providing a backlink to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ makes you subject to a $1000 penalty which you proactively agree to pay. Please contact us to negotiate the use of our content as training data.

    6 min
  2. H-1B Job Switching Playbook

    3 days ago

    H-1B Job Switching Playbook

    EP 3192 Switching jobs on an H-1B visa is not a simple HR update; it is a high-stakes legal process where a single timing mistake can end your legal residency. This episode busts the terrifying rumors about the 2026 visa fees, exposes why the B-2 visitor visa bridge is dead, and gives you the exact blueprint to protect your career. If you are planning a corporate move or navigating a layoff on a visa, you cannot afford to miss these rules. 00:00 – The Panic of H-1B Transitions and Layoffs 00:12 – Fact Check: The $100,000 Supplemental Fee Explained 00:53 – The Dangerous Myth of the H-1B "Transfer" 01:40 – Why Online Job Boards Waste a Visa Holder's Time 02:03 – How to Screen for Verified H-1B Sponsors Using Government Data 02:47 – The Strict Sequential Paperwork Process (LCA to I-129) 03:21 – The Safe Resignation Window: When You Can Actually Quit 03:36 – Speed vs. Security: AC21 Portability vs. Premium Processing 04:33 – The 2026 B-2 Visa Loophole Closure 05:13 – The 2026 Strategic Playbook: Upgraders, Scramblers, and Transitioners 05:53 – Insider Access: Direct Coaching and Resources ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coaching and career advice globally because he makes job search and succeeding in your career easier.  Schedule a discovery call to speak with me about one-on-one or group coaching during your job search at ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us.  You will also find great info and job search coaching to help with your job search at ⁠⁠JobSearch.Community⁠⁠ You can get free copies of 25 Interview Questions and Answers, How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch in 20 Seconds or Less, Get Ready for the Job Jungle, Diagnosing Your Job Search Problems, No BS Resume Advice, and Prove Your Worth First, Then Negotiate. Receive free weekly suggestions and more. Subscribe to No BS Job Search Advice Radio, the #1 podcast in Apple Podcasts for job search with more than 3100 episodes. Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/T⁠⁠heBigGameHunter⁠  We grant permission for this post and others to be used on your website as long as a backlink is included to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ and notice is provided that it is provided by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter as an author or creator. Not acknowledging his work or providing a backlink to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ makes you subject to a $1000 penalty which you proactively agree to pay. Please contact us to negotiate the use of our content as training data.

    6 min
  3. How to Turn Invisible Daily Work into Quantifiable Resume Metrics

    5 days ago

    How to Turn Invisible Daily Work into Quantifiable Resume Metrics

    EP 3191 If you work in operations, support, or administration, your hard work is likely flying completely under the radar of hiring managers. This episode breaks down the Seven Dimensions of Operational Value, a practical framework designed to translate your daily tasks into the high-impact metrics recruiters actually care about. Stop writing boring lists of duties and learn how to prove your true dollar, speed, and efficiency value on paper. 00:00 – The problem with updating a resume for non-sales roles. 00:30 – Why support and operations roles fly under the radar. 00:51 – Introduction to the Seven Dimensions of Operational Value. 01:10 – Efficiency metrics: Speed, Volume, and Cost. 02:10 – Quality and risk metrics: Quality, Risk, and Satisfaction. 02:58 – The revenue dimension for non-sales professionals. 03:22 – How to use operational metrics to win your next job interview. 03:49 – Finding your metrics by auditing your calendar and history. 04:30 – Resources and coaching at JobSearch.Community. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coaching and career advice globally because he makes job search and succeeding in your career easier.  Schedule a discovery call to speak with me about one-on-one or group coaching during your job search at ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us.  You will also find great info and job search coaching to help with your job search at ⁠⁠JobSearch.Community⁠⁠ You can get free copies of 25 Interview Questions and Answers, How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch in 20 Seconds or Less, Get Ready for the Job Jungle, Diagnosing Your Job Search Problems, No BS Resume Advice, and Prove Your Worth First, Then Negotiate. Receive free weekly suggestions and more. Subscribe to No BS Job Search Advice Radio, the #1 podcast in Apple Podcasts for job search with more than 3100 episodes. Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/T⁠⁠heBigGameHunter⁠  We grant permission for this post and others to be used on your website as long as a backlink is included to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ and notice is provided that it is provided by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter as an author or creator. Not acknowledging his work or providing a backlink to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ makes you subject to a $1000 penalty which you proactively agree to pay. Please contact us to negotiate the use of our content as training data.

    5 min
  4. How to Turn Rejection into a Long-Term Strategy

    26 Jun

    How to Turn Rejection into a Long-Term Strategy

    EP 3190 Getting rejected by a top-tier company isn't a final verdict on your worth—it is raw market data. This episode breaks down how to stop thinking like a defeated applicant and start operating like a professional scout. Learn how to reverse-engineer successful career paths, exploit "employer affinity," and turn a painful "no" into a step-by-step blueprint straight to the position you actually want. 00:00 - The Reality of Top-Tier Rejection 00:43 - Reframing the Verdict: The Power of "Yet" 00:59 - The Stepping Stone Principle Explained 01:15 - Thinking Like a Pro Baseball Scout 01:36 - Minor Leagues vs. Major Leagues Career Framework 01:56 - The 4-Step LinkedIn Reverse-Engineering Plan 02:38 - Transferring the Precise Skills Your Target Desires 03:00 - Psychological Leverage: Capitalizing on Employer Affinity 03:53 - Shifting Mindsets: Setback to Setup 04:09 - Short-Term vs. Strategic Viewpoints 04:29 - Why a Rejection Letter is a Free Consultation ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coaching and career advice globally because he makes job search and succeeding in your career easier.  Schedule a discovery call to speak with me about one-on-one or group coaching during your job search at ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us.  You will also find great info and job search coaching to help with your job search at ⁠⁠JobSearch.Community⁠⁠ You can get free copies of 25 Interview Questions and Answers, How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch in 20 Seconds or Less, Get Ready for the Job Jungle, Diagnosing Your Job Search Problems, No BS Resume Advice, and Prove Your Worth First, Then Negotiate. Receive free weekly suggestions and more. Subscribe to No BS Job Search Advice Radio, the #1 podcast in Apple Podcasts for job search with more than 3100 episodes. Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/T⁠⁠heBigGameHunter⁠  We grant permission for this post and others to be used on your website as long as a backlink is included to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ and notice is provided that it is provided by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter as an author or creator. Not acknowledging his work or providing a backlink to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ makes you subject to a $1000 penalty which you proactively agree to pay. Please contact us to negotiate the use of our content as training data.

    5 min
  5. Beat the Greenhouse ATS

    24 Jun

    Beat the Greenhouse ATS

    EP3189 If you are applying to tech companies, your resume is likely running straight into the Greenhouse platform. Most candidates fail here because they format for humans while ignoring how the system actually parses data. This episode breaks down the exact modifications required to survive the initial technical scan without sacrificing appeal to the human recruiter. Timestamps 00:00 – How Greenhouse ATS Actually Works 00:52 – The Recruiter's Split-Screen View Explained 01:23 – The Single-Column Rule: What to Strip Out 02:02 – Chronological Formatting for Data Standardization 02:27 – Creating a Searchable Skills Block 02:52 – Custom Knockout Questions: The Real Source of Auto-Rejection ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coaching and career advice globally because he makes job search and succeeding in your career easier.  Schedule a discovery call to speak with me about one-on-one or group coaching during your job search at ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us.  You will also find great info and job search coaching to help with your job search at ⁠⁠JobSearch.Community⁠⁠ You can get free copies of 25 Interview Questions and Answers, How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch in 20 Seconds or Less, Get Ready for the Job Jungle, Diagnosing Your Job Search Problems, No BS Resume Advice, and Prove Your Worth First, Then Negotiate. Receive free weekly suggestions and more. Subscribe to No BS Job Search Advice Radio, the #1 podcast in Apple Podcasts for job search with more than 3100 episodes. Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/T⁠⁠heBigGameHunter⁠  We grant permission for this post and others to be used on your website as long as a backlink is included to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ and notice is provided that it is provided by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter as an author or creator. Not acknowledging his work or providing a backlink to ⁠www.TheBigGameHunter.us⁠ makes you subject to a $1000 penalty which you proactively agree to pay. Please contact us to negotiate the use of our content as training data.

    4 min
  6. Optimize Your LinkedIn to Attract Headhunters

    22 Jun

    Optimize Your LinkedIn to Attract Headhunters

    EP 3188 Stop wasting hours submitting resumes to public job boards only to get ghosted. Up to 90% of top-tier roles are filled through hidden networks and direct headhunting, never making it to public sites. This episode lays out the exact strategy to clean up your digital footprint, optimize your LinkedIn profile for algorithmic search, and turn yourself into a magnet for executive recruiters. Timestamps 00:00 – The Reality of Executive Hiring and Job Boards 00:21 – The 3 Tools You Need to Start Your Strategy 00:46 – Step 1: Auditing Your Public Digital Footprint 01:42 – Step 2: Treating LinkedIn as a Search Database 02:13 – Step 3: Where to Place Target Keywords and Skills 02:37 – Why You Must Turn Off the Green "Open to Work" Banner 03:11 – Step 4: Activating Pull Visibility Through Engagement 04:07 – Step 5: Engaging and Flipping the Power Dynamic with Retained Recruiters

    5 min
  7. Turn Your Next Job Interview Into a Conversation

    19 Jun

    Turn Your Next Job Interview Into a Conversation

    EP 3187 Most people fail before they even answer their first question because they treat the interview like a high-stakes interrogation. Having good answers is just table stakes; the top performers get hired because they know how to switch from a stiff Q&A into a genuine, two-way professional dialogue. Stop acting like a defendant and learn the simple mental shift that changes the entire power dynamic in your favor. Timestamps00:00 – The Stiff Interview Problem: A Common Trap 01:31 – The Conversational Shift: The Winning Strategy 02:24 – Human-Level Connection: Why It Works 03:00 – The 3-Step Conversational Flow 03:41 – Your Winning Takeaway: The Final Lesson

    5 min
  8. How to Build Unshakeable Career Confidence Through Action

    17 Jun

    How to Build Unshakeable Career Confidence Through Action

    EP 3186 Stop waiting for a sudden burst of confidence before you apply for that next role or speak up in meetings. Confidence isn't a personality trait—it's a muscle that only grows when you lean into intentional discomfort and take risks. This episode breaks down the exact mechanics of building career boldess, overcoming the fear of rejection, and shifting your mindset from asking for permission to evaluating if a company is even worth your time. Timestamps 00:00 – The Confidence Gap: How Anxiety Restricts Professional Growth 00:48 – Understanding Career Search Self-Efficacy 01:20 – Why Confidence Functions Like a Biological Muscle 01:53 – Implementing Daily Micro-Risks to Train Your Nervous System 02:38 – The Introvert's Edge: Deep Active Listening as a Charisma Tool 03:32 – Using Stretch Assignments to Avoid Competency Decay 04:00 – Authentic Interviewing: "I Belong Everywhere" 05:01 – Additional Coaching Resources and Wrap-up

    5 min
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Three times per week, No BS Job Search Advice Radio delivers job search advice that will help transform job hunting into something far better. Hosted by Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter, No BS Job Search Advice Radio is easy-to-implement advice that will help you find work much more easily. It has been called "The OG of job search podcasts" because it has been online continuously since November 2010. For much more, visit JobSearch.Community. You can also schedule coaching with Jeff Altman there or become an Insider

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  • Creator
    Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2k
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